AATCC standards are developed, specified, and performed around the world. With such a global reach, transparency must serve as the foundation for standards development. AATCC standards adhere to the six principles defined by the World Trade Organization(WTO) for the development of international standards.
Transparency
Openness
Impartiality and Consensus
Effectiveness and Relevance
Coherence
Development Dimension
AATCC takes practical measures to avoid duplicating standards that exist in its own and other organizations. Harmonization may not always be possible or practical, especially if it compromises the method’s intent; however, when practical, AATCC works with other organizations to harmonize standards.
Ideation, diverse perspectives, and consensus are the cornerstones of AATCC standard development. Any interested party may join a research committee as a non-voting member or attend committee meetings to participate in discussions.
To see current committee projects, visit www.aatcc.org/join/#committees. Scroll to the second table for Committee Projects.
The next round of research committee meetings will be part of AATCC’s Week of Celebration, November 15-19, 2021 in Durham, NC, USA. There is no fee to attend, but registration is required for in-person or virtual attendance.
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